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Trump warns ‘hell to pay’ if Gaza hostages not freed before...
If the hostages are not released prior to January 20, 2025, the date that I proudly assume Office as President of the United States, there will be ALL HELL TO PAY in the Middle East, and for those in charge who perpetrated these atrocities against Humanity," Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform.
Wars, regional tensions boost arms sales: report
Sales of arms and military services by the world's 100 largest arms companies totalled $632 billion in 2023, up 4.2 percent, according to a report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI).
Venezuelans protest for release of prisoners held in post-election unrest
Dozens of Venezuelans took to the streets in Caracas on Sunday calling for the release of prisoners detained in protests against the disputed reelection of President Nicolas Maduro.
US approves $385 million arms sales to Taiwan
The United States has approved the proposed sale of spare parts for fighter jets and radar systems as well as communications equipment to Taiwan, in deals valued at $385 million.
Hamas delegation to hold ceasefire talks in Cairo: official
The announcement came two days after a ceasefire went into effect between Israel and the Lebanese group Hezbollah, a Hamas ally.
Israel PM again warns Iran after top diplomat talks of revising...
Israel is the region's sole, if undeclared, nuclear-armed state. It has long made preventing any rival from matching it its top defence priority.
Lebanon PM says army to reinforce south after ceasefire
Mikati said his cabinet had decided to "strengthen the deployment of the army and security forces in the South Litani region", in their first meeting following the ceasefire.
Jordan says Lebanon ceasefire step to ending Gaza war
Jordan also expressed support for "strengthening Lebanon's national institutions, reconstruction, and providing the necessary economic aid to the country".
China says ‘welcomes’ ceasefire deal between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon
We support all efforts conducive to easing tensions and achieving peace and welcome the agreement reached by relevant parties on a ceasefire," she added.
Ex-PM Khan supporters flood Pakistan capital, 4 security forces killed
Convoys of pro-Khan demonstrators have been marching on Islamabad since Sunday, hauling aside roadblocks and skirmishing with police and paramilitary forces firing volleys of rubber bullets and tear gas.
